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Gesticulate

Definition

(formal) To make gestures, especially large or exaggerated ones, while speaking or to convey emotion or emphasis. Often used in formal or literary contexts to describe the physical accompaniments of speech or performance.

Example Sentences

1The charismatic politician gesticulated wildly as she delivered her impassioned speech, captivating the audience with her dynamism.
2Is it possible to convey the full range of human emotion through gesticulation alone, or does it necessarily rely on verbal cues?
3The conductor's sweeping gestures as he gesticulated to the orchestra seemed to draw the very music out of the air itself.
4Avoid gesticulating excessively during presentations, as it can distract from the content and undermine your authority.
5There is a long tradition of gesticulation in theatre and performance art, from the stylized movements of Kabuki to the avant-garde experiments of modern dance.

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